Airbnb or Vrbo or both:
We have used both services, but the clear winner for us is Airbnb.
The Clientele is more affluent. We used to use both services, but now we are primarily airbnb.
If you decide to do both, you will have to merge your calendars so you do not overbook.
Plain and simple, we can charge more on the airbnb site and still get bookings, and the tenants are of a higher quality.
Contact an airbnb ambassador
Its a free service
An airbnb ambassador provides free hosting help, even though it is an airbnb specific service.
Airbnb vs. Vrbo: Which Is Better for Travelers?
If you’re debating between the two booking sites, you’re likely better off with Airbnb.
Accommodation type
Winner: Airbnb
The biggest difference between these two platforms is the type of accommodation they offer.
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Vrbo offers stand-alone vacation homes only. It doesn’t generally offer “shared” spaces like private rooms or more unusual options like campsites.
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Airbnb offers stand-alone vacation homes as well as shared spaces and even hotel rooms. Although it started as a home-sharing concept, it now hosts many types of accommodations.
In other words, if you’re looking for a home to rent for a family get-together, both Airbnb and Vrbo are good choices. If you’re looking for a cheaper shared space or something less typical, however, stick with Airbnb.
If you’ve had bad luck with vacation rentals in the past, which were dumpier or dirtier than the pictures suggested, you might consider searching for Airbnb “Plus” properties, which have been vetted in person for quality.
Selection
Winner: Airbnb
This one is really no contest. Airbnb boasts 5.6 million active listings as of September 2020, and while Vrbo doesn’t publish this number, it’s almost certainly lower. Searching in the same region with both platforms quickly reveals the disparity.
Booking
Winner: Airbnb
Both vacation rental services are platforms for booking with a property host. That is, you’re not booking “an Airbnb” but booking a rental “through Airbnb.” For this reason, the booking process can seem a bit strange to those used to staying at hotels.
For all Vrbo and some Airbnb properties, you first send a booking “request,” which includes a price quote and a message to the host. The host then reviews the request, including your profile and possibly previous ratings from other hosts, and confirms or denies it. In other words, you must wait for approval from the host before your booking is confirmed.
If that sounds like a lot of hassle, Airbnb offers an “instant book” option on some properties, which is just what it sounds like.
